Principal Attorney Capital Markets and Public Company Law

A law firm seeks a highly experienced Principal Attorney with specialized knowledge in securities law and capital market transactions to join its Business Group in Seattle, WA. This role focuses on advising clients on intricate transactions, including public offerings, SEC compliance, and corporate governance. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with skilled professionals across multiple practice areas, supporting both large public companies and growing businesses in various sectors.

Duties

• Advise clients on public securities offerings, regulatory compliance with the SEC, and corporate governance standards.
• Manage complex capital market transactions, covering both debt and equity markets.
• Ensure compliance with public company reporting requirements and other securities regulations.
• Provide guidance on structuring corporate governance frameworks to support regulatory and business needs.
• Collaborate with attorneys from various practice areas and offices to deliver strategic, client-centered solutions.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years in securities law, capital markets transactions, public securities offerings, SEC compliance, corporate governance, and debt/equity market transactions.
• Portable Book of Business: Required.
• Academic Credentials: JD from an ABA-accredited law school with a strong academic record.
• Licensing: Active law license.
• Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and legal writing abilities, with a focus on client service.
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills for clear and effective client advisement.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team and independently.
• Project Management: Skilled in managing multiple complex projects with a high level of attention to detail.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law.

Skills

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills for handling complex legal transactions.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills within corporate, securities, and regulatory law.
• Effective written and verbal communication for clear client advisement and documentation.
• Ability to balance independent work with collaborative projects in a team environment.
• Skilled in multitasking and managing time effectively to provide professional, responsive service.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter assistance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Billable credit hours for diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono work.
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities.

Time for a change? Come up to the Pacific Northwest and really thrive within a diverse group of lawyers and a power pack of national and international clients. This is a long-established firm with an enthusiastic commitment to community endeavors. Here is a real opportunity for professional growth and civic satisfaction for highly qualified, motivated candidates. This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. They are well known for their strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in their fields. This firm also has an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have good management, and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.